Elementary

A Message of Gratitude from Chris Harper

Dear Members of the New Lebanon Community, On behalf of the Board of Education and the entire New Lebanon Central School District, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in the recent school budget revote. Your support and engagement demonstrate the strong commitment our community has to providing quality educational opportunities for our… Read more »


Story Walk at Shatford Park by HS Digital Literacy Class

On the last day of school, Mrs. Buckenroth led her high school Digital Literacy class in installing a story walk on the trail at Shatford Park. Walkers can enjoy 17 panels with the story beginning at the pavilion near the tennis courts. The story is “Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon” by Patty Lovell. The story… Read more »


Budget Revote Passes – 68.2%

Thank you to everyone who participated in the school budget revote. The proposed budget was approved with a vote of 668 in favor and 312 opposed (68.2%).  


Budget Revote TODAY 12-8pm @ WBH!

TODAY IS THE DAY! We ask all registered voters to review the information we’ve provided on the budget – how it will be used, what’s at stake – and make an informed decision at Walter B. Howard today. Polls will be open 12-8pm. Thank you to all voters. We appreciate your engagement in this process!… Read more »


WBH Students Participate in a Toolbox Kit Building Activity

On Wednesday, volunteers from the Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition, Mrs. Brooke Dickson, and Mr. Glenn Giumarra worked with students in grades 4, 5, and 6 to build toolboxes! Mike, Nick, and Olivia talked to students about the various career opportunities that are available in the trades and provided students with an introduction to building… Read more »


WBH Instrument Petting Zoo

On June 9, WBH hosted its 2nd Annual Instrument Petting Zoo! 4th grade students had the opportunity to explore and try a variety of band instruments as they prepare to join 5th Grade Band next year. Over the past several weeks in music class, students have been learning about each instrument offered in our band… Read more »


Second Graders Have Fun with Fractions

Walter B Howard second graders have been learning about fractions. This week they brought math to life in “Mrs. Stevens’ Pizza Shop” as they made fraction pizzas.  


NOW HIRING! Substitute School Nurses

We’re looking for substitute nurses to work in our schools. Interested candidates should reach out to one or both of the building principals for more information, via email: – Jr/Sr High School Principal Matt Klafehn, mklafehn@newlebanoncsd.org – Walter B. Howard Elementary School Principal Josh Noble, jnoble@newlebanoncsd.org Thanks!


*UPDATED* 6/5 Safety Information Shared by Jr/Sr High School Principal

UPDATE: Our School Resource Deputy was able to quickly identify the subject and is handling the situation accordingly.  Again, if your child has had any concerning interaction with this individual, please contact school administration or the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office.     Please read for safety information recently shared with families by New Lebanon Junior/Senior… Read more »


NL Students Earn Apprenticeships Through Questar III

The Youth Apprenticeship Program is a highly competitive program that students attending Questar III’s vocational programs are eligible to apply for. This program links students with paid 200-hour youth apprenticeships in local, high-wage, and high-skilled trade careers. Three New Lebanon students were awarded these competitive apprenticeships: Cale Maxon, Julia Stickles, and Richard Bachner II. Cale… Read more »